Howard County Government, MD Motor Equipment Operator Pay

Based on 9 postings, Aug 2025–Aug 2026

Howard County Government, MD posted Motor Equipment Operator pay of $45,933–$74,534/yr in August 2026. Across 9 postings (Aug 2025–Aug 2026) the posted ranges ran $44,595–$82,182/yr.

$45,933–$74,534/yr

No Motor Equipment Operator openings at Howard County Government, MD right now. Past postings and their pay are below.

9PostingsAug 2025–Aug 2026
0Open right now
4Distinct ranges posted

Pay changes for the same job

PostingPosted ranges over time
Motor Equipment Operator I - Public Works, Bureau of Highways, Mayfield ShopAug 2025 $44,595–$72,363/yr → May 2026 $45,933–$74,534/yr

Posted pay ranges

Each distinct range Howard County Government posted for Motor Equipment Operator roles, oldest first. Ranges differ by level, department and assignment.

Motor Equipment Operator I - Public Works, Bureau of Highways, Mayfield ShopFirst posted Aug 2025
$44,595–$72,363/yr
Motor Equipment Operator II- DPW-Bureau of Highways- Mayfield ShopFirst posted Jan 2026
$50,668–$82,182/yr
Motor Equipment Operator I - Public Works, Bureau of Highways, Cooksville ShopFirst posted Jan 2026
$45,933–$74,534/yr
Motor Equipment Operator I - Public Works, Bureau of Highways/MaintenanceFirst posted May 2026
$45,933–$50,732/yr

Pay by level

IPosted Aug 2026
$45,933–$74,534/yr
IIPosted Jan 2026
$50,668–$82,182/yr

Postings this is based on

Pay as published in the employer's own job postings. Past postings are shown for pay only; they are closed.

PostedPostingRange
Aug 28, 2026Motor Equipment Operator I - Public Works, Bureau of Highways, Cooksville Shop$45,933–$74,534/yr
Jul 29, 2026Motor Equipment Operator I$45,933–$74,534/yr
Jun 24, 2026Motor Equipment Operator I$45,933–$50,732/yr
May 15, 2026Motor Equipment Operator I - Public Works, Bureau of Highways/Maintenance$45,933–$50,732/yr
May 13, 2026Motor Equipment Operator I - Public Works, Bureau of Highways, Mayfield Shop$45,933–$74,534/yr
Jan 28, 2026Motor Equipment Operator I - Public Works, Bureau of Highways, Dayton Shop$45,933–$74,534/yr
Jan 24, 2026Motor Equipment Operator I - Public Works, Bureau of Highways, Cooksville Shop$45,933–$74,534/yr
Jan 20, 2026Motor Equipment Operator II- DPW-Bureau of Highways- Mayfield Shop$50,668–$82,182/yr
Aug 1, 2025Motor Equipment Operator I - Public Works, Bureau of Highways, Mayfield Shop$44,595–$72,363/yr

Howard County Government, MD Motor Equipment Operator Pay: FAQ

How much does Howard County Government, MD pay a Motor Equipment Operator?

Howard County Government, MD's most recent Motor Equipment Operator posting (August 2026) listed $45,933–$74,534/yr.

What is the Motor Equipment Operator pay range at Howard County Government, MD?

Across 9 Motor Equipment Operator postings from Aug 2025–Aug 2026, posted pay ran $44,595–$82,182/yr.

Has Howard County Government, MD Motor Equipment Operator pay changed?

Yes. Motor Equipment Operator I - Public Works, Bureau of Highways, Mayfield Shop: Aug 2025 $44,595–$72,363/yr → May 2026 $45,933–$74,534/yr.

What does each Motor Equipment Operator level pay?

I: $45,933–$74,534/yr (Aug 2026); II: $50,668–$82,182/yr (Jan 2026).